Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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4052820 | Current Orthopaedics | 2006 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
SummaryMarfan syndrome is an inherited connective tissue disorder with multi-organ system involvement caused by mutations in the gene encoding the glycoprotein fibrillin-1 (FBN1). The condition presents to the orthopaedic surgeon with an array of musculoskeletal problems. This article will review the pathogenesis, diagnosis, clinical manifestations and treatment options.
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Authors
Andrew R.T. McBride, Martin Gargan,